The solution was hydrotherapy. It was a combination of water, heat and massage. This led Ken’s mother to present an idea to his father.

His father eventually showed the doctor his invention and the doctor suggested he make it for others.

Fast forward to the company and product we know as the Jacuzzi. The brand has reportedly made more than $300 million and the man that inspired this iconic piece of American history has advice for inventors hoping to see this type of success.

“Don’t give up,” said Ken. “You can’t tell… from one day to the next…your name may become synonymous with something very profound and…eventually known all over the world.”